Helford Farmhouse - Guidebook
Nearby beaches
The spectacular Kynance Cove is wonderful to visit, with long winding paths down the cliffs to the beach below. By far one of the most beautiful beaches in England! Only 25 mins away.
Please take care if you are planning a visit to the coast. Always try to find a lifeguarded beach. Most will only be covered in peak season (29 April – 1 October). More information on specific times and beaches covered is available on the RNLI website, where you can also find more on beach safety, rip currents and a guide to lifeguard flags.
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Kynance Cove
The spectacular Kynance Cove is wonderful to visit, with long winding paths down the cliffs to the beach below. By far one of the most beautiful beaches in England! Only 25 mins away.
Please take care if you are planning a visit to the coast. Always try to find a lifeguarded beach. Most will only be covered in peak season (29 April – 1 October). More information on specific times and beaches covered is available on the RNLI website, where you can also find more on beach safety, rip currents and a guide to lifeguard flags.
There are dozens of lovely beaches near to Gweek. Our closest local beach is Poldhu, only 15 minutes away. It is great for families, has a local cafe, surf school and lifeguards at certain times and seasons.
To reach it, follow the road in front of the farmhouse to the right, right at the T-junction and then left at the roundabout. Take the first right just after the roundabout and right again at the T-junction. Then follow the winding road down to the beach.
From Poldhu, you can follow the right-hand coastal path to the charming Church and Dollar Coves, or the left-hand coastal path to the beautiful Polurrian Cove. There is also parking available at each of those locations, if you’d prefer to drive directly to them..
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Poldhu Cove station
There are dozens of lovely beaches near to Gweek. Our closest local beach is Poldhu, only 15 minutes away. It is great for families, has a local cafe, surf school and lifeguards at certain times and seasons.
To reach it, follow the road in front of the farmhouse to the right, right at the T-junction and then left at the roundabout. Take the first right just after the roundabout and right again at the T-junction. Then follow the winding road down to the beach.
From Poldhu, you can follow the right-hand coastal path to the charming Church and Dollar Coves, or the left-hand coastal path to the beautiful Polurrian Cove. There is also parking available at each of those locations, if you’d prefer to drive directly to them..
We would strongly recommend Praa Sands (20 minutes away), a delightful expanse of white sands with great surfing, cafes and easy access to the South-West Coast Path.
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Praa Sands Beach
South West Coast PathWe would strongly recommend Praa Sands (20 minutes away), a delightful expanse of white sands with great surfing, cafes and easy access to the South-West Coast Path.
Gylly beach is a fast favourite, only 20 minutes away and an easy stroll into Falmouth, its museums and cafes.
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Gyllyngvase Beach
Gylly beach is a fast favourite, only 20 minutes away and an easy stroll into Falmouth, its museums and cafes.
Charming beach on the Helford Estuary, perfect for leisurely kayaking, gazing out over the sailboats from the balcony of the local restaurants and exploring the coastal path.
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Helford Passage Beach
South West Coast PathCharming beach on the Helford Estuary, perfect for leisurely kayaking, gazing out over the sailboats from the balcony of the local restaurants and exploring the coastal path.
Comprised of two beaches, one of which is designated as a nature reserve. Popular surfing beach in the right conditions. Seasonal lifeguards in operation. Dogs allowed all year on the East beach (furthest from car park).
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Kennack Sands
Comprised of two beaches, one of which is designated as a nature reserve. Popular surfing beach in the right conditions. Seasonal lifeguards in operation. Dogs allowed all year on the East beach (furthest from car park).
Easy access, only 15 min away. Short walk to the beach. Seasonal life guards in operation.
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Gunwalloe Church Cove Beach
Easy access, only 15 min away. Short walk to the beach. Seasonal life guards in operation.
Lovely, secluded beach close to Durgan, only 20min away. Sheltered, south-facing beach with a National Trust car park nearby. Short walk from Helford Passage.
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Grebe Beach
Lovely, secluded beach close to Durgan, only 20min away. Sheltered, south-facing beach with a National Trust car park nearby. Short walk from Helford Passage.
A tranquil, quiet cove on the south side of the river. Plenty of rock pools and a gorgeous view of the estuary. Not easily accessible by car, so it's best to walk from the Helford village.
Bosahan Cove
A tranquil, quiet cove on the south side of the river. Plenty of rock pools and a gorgeous view of the estuary. Not easily accessible by car, so it's best to walk from the Helford village.
The perfect spot for a dog walk, only 15min away.
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Dollar Cove
The perfect spot for a dog walk, only 15min away.
Beautiful long winding sandy beach, ideal spot for relaxed dog walks.
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Gunwalloe Beach
Beautiful long winding sandy beach, ideal spot for relaxed dog walks.
Sightseeing
The Lizard Peninsula sits on Cornwall's south coast with Falmouth to the east, Penzance to the west, and the Helford River to the north. The Lizard can be defined by many things. It is a place of dramatic coastline, fishing villages fixed in time, swashbuckling history, shipwrecks, unique flora and fauna, pristine beaches and luscious countryside. Whatever you've come for, this place has something for you and we're sure you'll want to return for more.
Be sure to explore the stunning sections of the South West Coast Path, visit Lizard point - the most southerly place in mainland Britain, chill on the beach at Poldhu or Kynance Cove, or eat some fresh seafood at the many cafes, restaurants and pubs in this area.
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National Trust - Lizard Point
The Lizard Peninsula sits on Cornwall's south coast with Falmouth to the east, Penzance to the west, and the Helford River to the north. The Lizard can be defined by many things. It is a place of dramatic coastline, fishing villages fixed in time, swashbuckling history, shipwrecks, unique flora and fauna, pristine beaches and luscious countryside. Whatever you've come for, this place has something for you and we're sure you'll want to return for more.
Be sure to explore the stunning sections of the South West Coast Path, visit Lizard point - the most southerly place in mainland Britain, chill on the beach at Poldhu or Kynance Cove, or eat some fresh seafood at the many cafes, restaurants and pubs in this area.
Cornish Seal Sanctuary
Jardín Glendurgan
Kestle Barton
Museo Marítimo Nacional de Cornualles
Discovery QuayTate St. Ives
Museo y Jardín de Esculturas de Barbara Hepworth
Barnoon HillJardines de Esculturas de Tremenheere
Monte de San Miguel
Jardín de Trebah
Food scene
The Ship Inn in Mawgan is a wonderful, family-run pub just around the corner. It's one of our favourites.
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The Ship Inn
Mount Pleasant RoadThe Ship Inn in Mawgan is a wonderful, family-run pub just around the corner. It's one of our favourites.
Potager Garden
The Black Swan
The Seafood Bar
Quay StreetRestaurant MINE
High StreetNew Yard Restaurant